1973 Skoda 1202 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 1202. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 918 kg more than 1973 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Skoda 1202 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Skoda | GMC |
| Model | 1202 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3023 mm |
